🎯 Goal: Trained on how to identify an opioid overdose and how to access and administer Naloxone
At Westside Logistics, overdose intervention began with listening. During a leadership meeting, Sara invited employee representatives to share real-time feedback—and their insights reshaped the company’s approach.
Joy recommended a “safe call line” and intranet-based “safe space” where employees and dependents could confidentially request help. She also urged HR to host a webinar on the legalities of substance use and how anonymity would be protected.
Anita, recovering from a fall and managing prescribed medications, suggested “Warn Me” labels for insurance cards to prevent accidental overdoses and promote safe disposal of unused meds.
Cesar emphasized the need for bilingual communication assets, ensuring overdose prevention resources were accessible to all employees and families.
Cordella and the leadership team acted quickly. The safe call line was launched. The webinar was scheduled. Labels were distributed. Every asset was translated into Spanish and English.
This wasn’t just policy—it was prevention powered by people. Westside’s overdose intervention strategy became a reflection of its culture: inclusive, responsive, and rooted in care.
By elevating employee voices, Westside Logistics built more than a safety net—it built a workplace where every individual could access support, stay informed, and help prevent overdose before it happens.
- “Develop scenario-based examples to explain how to identify an overdose.”
- “Provide step by step instructions for administering Naloxone to save a life.”
đź’ˇ Pro-tip: Communicate your organization’s procedures for an emergency, e.g. call 9-1-1 directly, alert campus security, etc.